How to Get Rid of Acne Scars – Part 2

Aloe Vera juice and gels work by helping to regenerate the skin tissue. Some research suggests that it is also an immune booster and anti-inflammatory agent. You can purchase a product with Aloe Vera or grow your own plant at home. They are easy to grow, don’t require much light and you have fresh Aloe Vera juice any time you want it. (2)

Moderate to severe acne scars may require professional treatments. There are several options available at the dermatologist. Your doctor can advise you as to the best treatment for your acne scars and your skin type.

Laser resurfacing (ablative) is used by the dermatologist to remove skin so that new skin can form in its’ place. Sometimes people with a high amount of melanin or darker skin will find they have uneven skin tones after treatment. Clients also find that the area is red and swollen for several weeks. The full results of laser treatments for acne scars may take up to six months or one year. (3)

Professional dermabrasion was actually adapted from the use of sandpaper to remove damaged skin. Now the dermatologist will use a rotating machine to abrade the top layers of skin off the face. The doctor will numb or freeze the skin first. After the procedure scabs will form over the area. These take a week or so to heal and the skin will remain reddish for several weeks after that. It will be about a month before you’ll see the final results on your acne scars.

References:

(1) Plastic Reconstructive Surgery: Effect of Mederma on Hypertrophic Scarring in the Rabit Ear Model

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12087249

(2) Natural News: Five Natural Scar and Stretch Mark Remedies Bring Healing

http://www.naturalnews.com/030419_scars_remedies.html

(3) British Journal of Dermatology: Laser resurfacing of the skin for the improvement of facial acne scarring: a systematic review of the evidence.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10735944